From the Richmond Dispatch, 4/12/1862, p. 2, c. 3

Strangers. – A large number of strangers
arrived in this city on yesterday. This has been the case for
several days past. Speaking of the way hotels thrive, we are
reminded of the fact that a few nights since the St. Charles Hotel,
on Main street, accommodated 1200 guests, showing at least that it
had not lost its popularity.